Roommates

McKenzie Paul, a bright-eyed Penn State freshman, expects typical college adventures. But when a chance encounter lands her in a shared dorm with the charming, enigmatic Blake, her world spins into an unforeseen whirlwind. As dark secrets from her past resurface, intertwining with new friendships and budding romance, McKenzie finds herself on a treacherous path where love, loss, and the shocking truth about her family collide. Can she navigate the complexities of her new life and confront the demons she thought were buried forever, or will her past consume her?

The bustling energy of Penn State University swirled around me, a stark contrast to the quiet tears I'd shed on the drive here. I adjusted the white sweater with black dots on my arm sleeves, a small comfort in the overwhelming newness.

"McKenzie Paul," I stated to the front counter attendant, my voice steadier than I felt. My schedule and dorm key were handed over, solidifying this new chapter. My phone buzzed with a group text from my friends, their playful banter a familiar anchor in the storm of my emotions.

Distracted, I walked with my head down, engrossed in the screen, until a sudden, jarring collision. I tumbled to the ground, the impact rattling my teeth.

"Watch where you're going, dumbass!" I snapped, rubbing my sore rear as I scrambled to my feet. A strong male voice, apologetic yet with an undertone of amusement, responded. My gaze flickered to the dorm room number beside us, and a wave of realization, mixed with mortification, washed over me. This was my room.

Roommates

Romance Healing Family Secrets Trauma College Life